Activities at Kings Park Care Home
Activities are an integral part of life at our care home. We want to ensure that the people we support have as much fun as possible during their time with us, so it’s important that our activities programme is created with the interests of residents in mind. Our skilled Activities Coordinators bring a certain uniqueness to the home that can’t be found anywhere else, and which is reflected in the activities they organise.
Angela Cawsey
Hello, I am Angela the Activities Lead.
I am delighted to be part of the team at Kings Park after a transferring from a sister home in Salisbury, following my relocation to this area.
With experience in this role, my passion is bringing joy to our residents, whether on a one-to-one basis or in groups. I love getting to know each resident and incorporating their interests into engaging, meaningful activities and events that nurture the mind, body and spirit to enhance their well-being and life enrichment at our home. Making people smile is what I do best!
During lockdown, I ran daily Zoom sessions for well-being, including bingo and quizzes. When my children were young I volunteered as a helper at Boys Brigade and St John's Ambulance which was very rewarding. I love being a Grandma, music, crafts, the outdoors and animals - I have just started a new hobby of wild swimming with friends.
Activities and Events Partnerships
As part of our bespoke life-enrichment programmes, we host a number of live virtual events in the home on a regular basis through a number of partnerships with places of interest and world class performance companies
Life at Kings Park Care Home
Malcolm's Music and Movement
Malcolm’s Music and Movement! We had so much fun with Malcom’s infectious laughter and lively personality entertaining us. The residents worked together with music and exercise combined and did a fantastic job! Well done everyone!
Singalong in the home
Our residents at King's park love a good sing a long and a dance.
Some time was spent in our memory lane community listening to music and having a dance which cheered everyone's spirits.
Diana's Birthday
Today we celebrated a birthday for one of our residents Diana who has turned 94 today!!! From all of us here at Kings Park we send many happy returns.
Eric's patio party
Erics Patio Party! Eric had a plan to alter the landscaping in the garden at Kings Park Care Home and designed a way in which we could extend our patio area to ensure residents in the home could all benefit from the extra meters. Eric drew the plans and our team helped his vision come to life!
Typically it rained on our grand opening, however we had a wonderful time. Thank you to the Ferndown Mayor who joined us in celebration. Well done Eric.
Music and Movement
The benefits of dancing and singing were working their magic on our Memory Lane Community!
Even the General Manager Jenna, couldn’t help but get involved!
We have really enjoyed seeing some great dance moves from our carer Phoebe too! Well done team and residents.
Minibus outing to The Old Station Tea Rooms
Last week some of our lovely residents got out and about to explore some of the New Forest...
Pony spotting was the name of the game, as the bus wound it's way through the stunning countryside, before taking a much needed pit-stop at The Old Station Tea Rooms in Holmsley.
Stepping inside the tea room was like taking a step back in time! There was lots of memorabilia to see from it's past life as a working railway station, from old fashioned signs, to luggage and trolleys which everyone admired as they waited for their delicious cream teas in what was the original ladies waiting room.
A wonderful time was had by all!
Upcoming events
Advance Care Planning in Care Homes and the Community 25th April 2pm
Join Sarah Jenkins and Jessica Rodari from Pennys Hill Practice for an informative session on Advance Care Planning. Free to attend~Book your place now
The Jurassic Coast by Boat - Illustrative Talk by Steve Belasco 1st May 10.30am
Join Steve, former frontline photographer, turned marine photographer and sailor, for a stunning photographic cruise along England’s only natural World Heritage Site.
VE DAY 80TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION ~ 8th MAY 4pm
Join us for a traditional street party! Enjoy live entertainment from Amanda Parsons, a delicious buffet and raffle draw. Booking required by 1st May ~ £5 per person
Dementia Awareness Talk ~ 22nd May 11am-12pm
Join Leon Smith, for an engaging talk on living well with dementia. Explore the value of life history, the seven domains of well-being, advice on reducing distress. Q&A
Lester Aldridge Legal Clinic - 4th Friday Bi-Monthly 2-4pm
Meet Olivia Singer at her monthly drop-in session, for a non-obligation, free conversation on Tax, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Wills & Probate and more! May/July/Sept
Community Café ~ 1st Thursday of Every Month 10.30am-12pm
Join us for a morning of conversation with delicious refreshments included. There is always a warm welcome to all, this is a free event.
Don't Dine Alone - Every Friday 12.30pm - 2pm
Call our friendly team for further information 01202 863630 - Booking required
The Creative Happiness Club with Eleanor Green
Every Monday* 2pm-4pm (*Excl the 2nd Mon of the month) A welcoming social group where you can enjoy all things creative, games, puzzles and more everyone is welcome!
